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U.S. drone strikes resume in Pakistan

by John Hageman
Published April 30, 2012

CIA drone missiles hit military targets in Pakistan for the first time in a month Sunday, killing four al-Qaeda members, but heightening tensions with Pakistan, according to the Washington Post. Pakistan...

Trampled by Turtles appear on Letterman

by John Hageman
Published April 25, 2012

Folk band Trampled by Turtles appeared on the Late Show with David Letterman Tuesday to play a song from their new album "Stars and Satellites" in their national television debut. (Video appears...

Buffalo Wild Wings to increase wing prices

by John Hageman
Published April 25, 2012

Dispatches from bummertown: Buffalo Wild Wings will increase the prices of its chicken wings, according to the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal.  The price jump is due to soaring costs of bone...

Daily Digest: Gingrich to drop out, immigration law goes to court, bombings continue in South Sudan, slow jams

by John Hageman
Published April 25, 2012

Here's your Daily Digest for Wednesday, April 25: -After Mitt Romney swept five Republican primaries Tuesday night, it appears Newt Gingrich is preparing to step aside. The Associated Press reports...

Minneapolis police Chief Dolan to retire

by John Hageman
Published April 25, 2012
Tim Dolan has been on the Minneapolis police force since 1983.

State primary date change gets blocked in Senate

by John Hageman
Published April 23, 2012

 The Minnesota Senate has rejected a proposal to change the date of the statewide primary from August to June, according to the Associated Press. The provision was part of a larger elections bill,...

Minn. high school students OK after emergency landing

by John Hageman
Published April 23, 2012

 Students from Southwest High School in Minneapolis are okay after their flight made an emergency landing in New York Sunday night, according to Minnesota Public Radio.  The plane took off from...

Drummer, actor Levon Helm in final stages of cancer

by John Hageman
Published April 18, 2012

Levon Helm, the drummer and singer of the classic rock group named simply "The Band," is in the final stages of cancer, according to the Los Angeles Times.  Helm, 71, has battled throat...

Daily Digest: Vikings grow impatient, chess powerhouse in Brooklyn, deformed sea creatures

by John Hageman
Published April 18, 2012

 --Even with a major setback Monday, the Vikings are determined to get a stadium bill passed this legislative session. A House committee voted down the Vikings stadium bill Monday night, which may...

Bob Dylan’s “Blood on the Tracks” to become movie

by John Hageman
Published April 11, 2012

Bob Dylan's 1975 album "Blood on the Tracks" will be made into a movie, according to the TheWrap.com. The album includes classics like "Tangled Up in Blue," and "Simple Twist...

Zimmerman to be charged in Trayvon Martin killing

by John Hageman
Published April 11, 2012

 A special prosecutor plans to charge George Zimmerman, a neighborhood watch volunteer, in the killing of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin in late February, according to the Washington Post. It's not...

Daily Digest: Apple sued, Zimmerman lawyers drop out, Springfield location revealed

by John Hageman
Published April 11, 2012

 --The U.S. Justice Department has sued Apple and several book publishers, alleging that the colluded to raise e-book prices in 2010, according to the New York Times. The lawsuit stems from an investigation...

Senate passage means voter ID amendment heads to November ballot

by John Hageman
Published April 5, 2012
One Republican joined all DFL senators in voting against the measure.

Smoking area at Target Field to be abolished

by John Hageman
Published April 4, 2012

The designated smoking area outside of Target Field will be abolished, according to Fox 9. Fans could previously leave the stadium, have a smoke, and return to their seats, according to the City Pages....

Daily Digest: Stupid games, fireworks bill not dead, 9/11 suspects to go to trial

by John Hageman
Published April 4, 2012

Here's your Daily Digest for Wednesday, April 4:         In the 80s it was Tetris; today it’s Angry Birds. But in one way or another, “stupid games” have been...

Voter ID amendment officially heads to November ballot

by John Hageman
Published April 4, 2012
After re-passing in the Senate and House this week, voters will decide whether people should be required to show photo identification at the polls.

House passes bill that would allow alcohol at TCF Bank Stadium

by John Hageman
Published March 30, 2012
The Senate passed a similar provision Wednesday to allow alcohol in stadium suites and a designated area.

Legislature to select Sviggum’s board replacement Wednesday

by John Hageman
Published March 30, 2012
The Board of Regents has been a member short since Steve Sviggum resigned March 8.

Booze bill gets Senate go-ahead

by John Hageman
Published March 29, 2012
The bill would allow beer to be sold in certain areas of TCF Bank Stadium.

Senate passes bill allowing beer at TCF Bank Stadium

by John Hageman
Published March 28, 2012

The Minnesota Senate approved a bill Wednesday that would allow beer to be sold in certain areas of TCF Bank Stadium, according to the Star Tribune.  The omnibus liquor bill includes a provision that...

Daily Digest: Erratic pilot, Dodgers go for $2 billion, children tortured in Syria

by John Hageman
Published March 28, 2012

A flight bound for Las Vegas made an emergency landing in Texas after its pilot began acting erratically, according to CNN. The co-pilot noticed the captain’s strange behavior and locked him out...

Multiple fatalities in south-central Minn. plane crash

by John Hageman
Published March 21, 2012

A small plane crashed in south-central Minnesota Wednesday, resulting in multiple fatalities, according to the Associated Press. The plane crashed in a field near the city of Glencoe, said McLeod County...

Daily Digest: A snow emergency-free winter, Illinois primary, soccer player comes back to life

by John Hageman
Published March 21, 2012

Here's your Daily Digest for Wednesday, March 21: The official start of spring has already come, although it feels like we never had winter. The lack of snowplows and snow emergencies was especially...

Voter ID bill moves to House floor

by John Hageman
Published March 19, 2012

The state House Rules and Legislative Administration Committee approved a bill Monday that would put the contentious voter ID amendment on the ballot in November, sending it to the House floor, according...

U law professor’s book gets positive review in New York Times

by John Hageman
Published March 19, 2012

University of Minnesota law professor Dale Carpenter's account of the Supreme Court decision that ruled sodomy laws unconstitutional got a glowing review in the New York Times.  "Flagrant...

Body found in Mississippi River near campus

by John Hageman
Published March 16, 2012

Authorities discovered a body in the Mississippi River near the Franklin Avenue Bridge Friday. Lisa Kiava, a spokesperson for the Hennepin County sheriff's office, said authorities have been searching...

Sample maps redraw University area ward lines

by John Hageman
Published March 8, 2012
Surrounding communities experienced large population increases.

Daily Digest: Primary math, 9th grade college-seekers, F-bomb dropping police chief

by John Hageman
Published March 7, 2012

--Math is not favoring the non-Romneys. Romney won six of the 10 states participating in Super Tuesday primaries and caucuses, with New Gingrich taking Georgia and Rick Santorum winning North Dakota, Oklahoma...

Daily Digest: St. Croix Bridge vote, tornados devastate Midwest, and Valley Girls as pioneers

by John Hageman
Published February 29, 2012

--The U.S. House of Representatives is scheduled to vote Thursday on the controversial St. Croix Bridge proposal, according to the Star Tribune. The $690 million four-lane bridge requires a congressional...

Budget forecast shows $323 million surplus

by John Hageman
Published February 29, 2012

The updated state budget forecast, which will be officially released later Wednesday morning, shows that the state will have a $323 million surplus in its current two-year budget, according to Minnesota...

Summit plans $6 million brewery expansion

by John Hageman
Published February 27, 2012

Summit Brewing Co. told the Star Tribune Monday that it is planning a $6 million expansion at its brewery in St. Paul. With an increased demand for its beer, "we will be in a world of hurt if (the...

Supreme Court won’t order closure of waterways to slow Asian carp

by John Hageman
Published February 27, 2012

The U.S. Supreme Court announced Monday it won’t order the closure of Chicago-area waterways to prevent Asian carp from invading the Great Lakes from the Mississippi River, according to the Associated...

Councilman Samuels will run for Hennepin County seat

by John Hageman
Published February 27, 2012
Ward 5 Councilman Don Samuels will run for the Hennepin County Board Commissioners seat in November

State Senate passes bill to eliminate teacher seniority

by John Hageman
Published February 27, 2012
The bill would allow K-12 schools to consider performance factors over seniority when making layoffs.

Daily Digest: Two journalists killed in Syria, NDSU mourns, affirmative action

by John Hageman
Published February 22, 2012

Here's your Daily Digest for Feb. 22, 2012: Two journalists have been killed in Syria during heavy bombing in the city of Homs, according to Reuters. One journalist, Marie Colvin, was an American working...

Roemer drops Republican candidacy, could seek Americans Elect nomination

by John Hageman
Published February 22, 2012

Former Louisiana Gov. Buddy Roemer announced Wednesday that he’s dropping his candidacy for the Republican presidential nomination and will instead seek the Reform Party or the Americans Elect nomination. Featured...

Obama touts US manufacturing in visit to Milwaukee

by John Hageman
Published February 15, 2012

President Obama called on companies to focus on building jobs in the U.S. Wednesday, touting the success of manufacturing plants that are looking to add jobs in the near future.  In a visit to the...

Daily Digest: Iran threatens embargo, school district still under fire, Linsanity

by John Hageman
Published February 15, 2012

In the wake of international sanctions, Iran is threatening to cut off oil from some of its largest buyers, according to the New York Times. The threats come in response to a planned oil embargo by Europe...

Senate committee recommends Pogemiller as higher education director

by John Hageman
Published February 9, 2012

The Senate Higher Education Committee unanimously voted Wednesday to recommend former Sen. Larry Pogemiller as Director of the Office of Higher Education. The full Senate must now vote in Pogemiller to...

Daily Digest: Syria in turmoil, finding a lake under Antartica, marshmallow cannon

by John Hageman
Published February 8, 2012

Here's your Daily Digest for Feb. 8 Homs, the third largest city in Syria, is in turmoil for the fifth straight day as clahes between pro-government and opposition forces continue, according to the...

Daily Digest: Tea Party gives back, Soul Train creator dies, Facebook goes public

by John Hageman
Published February 1, 2012

Several Congressional House Republicans are giving up some of their office budgets to help reduce the deficit, according to GQ. Although it won't amount to much ($1.5 million), the symbolism of the act...

Daily Digest: Aid workers rescued, Apple profits soar, For the Love of Kevin

by John Hageman
Published January 25, 2012

-Two kidnapped aid workers were rescued by U.S. special forces in Somalia early Wednesday, according to the Washington Post. An American, 32-year-old Jessica Buchanan, and 60-year-old Poul Hagen Thisted...

Daily Digest: Wisconsin recall, global warming, hunting for bears (from the air)

by John Hageman
Published January 18, 2012

Here's your Daily Digest for Wednesday Jan. 18: More than 1 million signatures have been gathered by opponents of Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker to force a recall election, according to the Star Tribune....

Legislation to create voter ID amendment introduced

by John Hageman
Published January 17, 2012

Republican lawmakers introduced legislation Tuesday that would make the contentious voter ID bill a constitutional amendment proposal, according to Minnesota Public Radio. The amendment would require Minnesota...

Regent Sviggum takes job as spokesman for Senate Republican Caucus

by John Hageman
Published January 17, 2012
Sviggum's dual roles at the University were ruled a conflict of interest last March

Romney wins New Hampshire primary

by John Hageman
Published January 11, 2012

Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney has won the New Hampshire Republican primary, according to the Associated Press. Romney has about 36 percent of the vote with about 26 percent of the precincts reporting....

Vikings: Metrodome site has hidden costs

by John Hageman
Published January 10, 2012

Building a new stadium at the Metrodome just became a little more expensive. The hidden costs of building a stadium at the Metrodome will total $67 million, according to a letter...

U professor proposes new invasive species center

by John Hageman
Published January 6, 2012

A University of Minnesota professor wants to go to war with invasive species in the state's lakes and rivers.  Peter Sorenson, a professor at the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resources...

Schwanke and Dziedzic fight for Senate seat Tuesday

by John Hageman
Published January 6, 2012
Polls are open Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Minneapolis fire chief to retire

by John Hageman
Published January 4, 2012

Minneapolis Fire Chief Alex Jackson, the first African American to lead the department, has announced his retirement Wednesday after four years at the post. Mayor R.T. Rybak will nominate...

Campus Connector driver Joe Filey looks in the rear-view mirror to ensure the rear door is cleared. This fall will mark Fileys fourth year driving on campus.

In training, drivers face long road

by John Hageman
Published August 10, 2011
Campus Connector drivers train extensively before driving solo.

U officials prepare for fall’s influx of students

by John Hageman
Published August 10, 2011
Major construction will force more buses and peds into crammed areas.

Minneapolis lays off 10 firefighters

by John Hageman
Published August 10, 2011

The city of Minneapolis laid off 10 firefighters Tuesday in the wake of state aid cuts from the Legislature, according to the Star Tribune.  Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak warned last week that the...

Study: Minneapolis commuters have it better than others

by John Hageman
Published August 5, 2011

Traffic in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area is not nearly as bad as other metro areas across the nation, even if you feel like your slowly wasting your precious time on Earth stuck behind that stop-and-go...

35W bridge memorial vandalized

by John Hageman
Published August 3, 2011

Two days after being dedicated, the memorial dedicated to the victims of the Interstate 35W bridge collapse has been vandalized, according to the Star Tribune.  It appears that someone ripped...

Minneapolis firefighters brace for layoffs

by John Hageman
Published August 3, 2011
$1.4 million has been cut from the Minneapolis Fire Department.
Families and friends of I-35W bridge crash victims look at the survivor wall after the dedication ceremony for the Remembrance Garden in Minneapolis.

13 beams to immortalize the tragedy

by John Hageman
Published August 3, 2011
The memorial garden features 13 steel beams with the names of the victims from the Interstate 35W Bridge collapse.

Kaler to faculty, staff: We need to pick up the pace

by John Hageman
Published August 1, 2011

In a email sent Sunday to faculty and staff, new University of Minnesota President Eric Kaler emphasized the need to "pick up the pace" to meet the challenges of dwindling state support while providing...

Harvard-Washington intersection to close

by John Hageman
Published August 1, 2011

The intersection of Harvard Street and Washington Avenue will close Wednesday for continued light-rail construction, the Metropolitan Council announced in a release. It will open again on August 22. Vehicles...

U dental school names interim dean

by John Hageman
Published July 27, 2011

The University of MinnesotaâÄôs School of Dentistry named professor and associate dean Judith Buchanan the schoolâÄôs interim dean Wednesday. She will replace Dean Patrick Lloyd, who will...

Price tag, construction make the University’s parking lottery hard sell

by John Hageman
Published July 27, 2011
Besides this fall, the number of applicants has been in decline.

Prospect Park sees opportunity

by John Hageman
Published July 27, 2011
Housing plans and other projects are in the works for areas near the light rail.

Special election date for vacant Senate seats announced

by John Hageman
Published July 26, 2011

A special election to fill the Minnesota Senate seats left behind by Linda Berglin, DFL-Minneapolis, and Linda Scheid, DFL-Brooklyn Park, will be held October 18, according to Politics in Minnesota. A...

Light-rail construction to shift down Washington Avenue

by John Hageman
Published July 22, 2011

Drivers trying to get down Oak Street need to find a new route starting next week. Construction on the Central Corridor light-rail line will shift to the east side of the Oak Street-Washington Avenue intersection...

Norway attacker kills 76, may have had help

by John Hageman
Published July 22, 2011

Anders Behring Breivik, the 32-year old Norwegian accused of 76 people in Friday's attacks, told authorities two cells of extremists collaborated with him, the New York Times reported Monday. He is the...

$23 million cut from Minneapolis local govt. aid

by John Hageman
Published July 21, 2011

The city of Minneapolis will have to do some financial maneuvering to make up for a $23 million cut in Local Government Aid, Mayor R.T. Rybak announced Thursday. The cut, part of the stateâÄôs...

Bus Driver Gary Merchant drives the Westbound 3 at 3:10 p.m. on Friday.

Transit cuts are avoided in large

by John Hageman
Published July 19, 2011
The transportation budget for 2012-13 includes a $51 million cut to the Met Council's general fund, but hiking bus fares and reducing services was avoided.

Preparations for U2 concert underway

by John Hageman
Published July 18, 2011

TCF Bank Stadium will host its first concert when U2 pays a (delayed) visit Saturday, and the Irish quartet is bringing a few friends. More than 1,700 crew members and 48 trucks will descend on campus...

Gov. Mark Dayton speaks about the government shutdown Thursday at the Humphrey School.

Budget deal in sight, shutdown will end “very soon”

by John Hageman
Published July 14, 2011

Gov. Mark Dayton and Republican leaders announced Thursday evening that they had agreed to a budget framework to end the state government shutdown. Asked when the shutdown, now two weeks old, will end,...

Miller-Coors can’t sell during shutdown

by John Hageman
Published July 13, 2011

If you're partial to Blue Moon, High Life or any of Miller-Coors' other 37 brands of beer, you may want to stock up.  Because its branding license wasn't renewed before the state government shutdown,...

Commuter bus lines to U at risk

by John Hageman
Published July 13, 2011
Cuts to Metro Transit could limit routes and cause headaches for off-campus students.

Netflix raising prices

by John Hageman
Published July 12, 2011

Netflix is raising its rates by 60 percent, the company announced Tuesday according to the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal. Subscribers that want unlimited movies in the mail and streaming on the...

Shutdown could cost Minnesota economy $23 million a week

by John Hageman
Published July 8, 2011

Another casualty has been identified on the eighth day of the government shutdown: Minnesota's spending power. Tom Stinson, the state's economist and University of Minnesota professor, told the Washington...

Do you know on-campus bike rules? You should.

Do you know on-campus bike rules? You should.

by John Hageman
Published July 6, 2011
From DWIs to red lights, some laws may surprise you.

Park board stalls hydroelectric deal

by John Hageman
Published July 6, 2011
The state Legislature failed to pass the bills needed for Crown Hydro’s plans.

Mesa Pizza coming to Uptown

by John Hageman
Published June 30, 2011

Bar-hoppers in Uptown won't have to go far for a slice of Mesa. Mesa Pizza, the popular pizza shop in Dinkytown, will soon have a new location in Uptown, according to the Southwest Journal. Its Managing...

Minneapolis will receive LGA on time

by John Hageman
Published June 29, 2011
The judge charged with preparing for a government shutdown decided that Minneapolis will receive $44 million in local government aid.

Mpls could still get LGA funds if shutdown occurs

by John Hageman
Published June 29, 2011
Without a state budget deal, cities face a halt in local government aid.

Businesses: Loans still aren’t enough

by John Hageman
Published June 29, 2011
The loans are part of a government grant program used to help the economy.

Minneapolis to pursue LGA funds

by John Hageman
Published June 27, 2011

The Minneapolis City Council unanimously authorized Monday to pursue legal action to obtain local government aid funds in the event of a state government shutdown. The city received word last week that...

Reed elected chair of the Alumni Association

by John Hageman
Published June 24, 2011

Dr. Maureen Reed, a former University of Minnesota regent and currently the executive director of the Nobel Peace Prize Forum, has been elected the volunteer national chair of the University's Alumni Association,...

House votes to deny Obama authority to continue operations in Libya

by John Hageman
Published June 24, 2011

The House voted down a proposal Friday that gives President Obama authority to continue military actions in Libya, according to the Associated Press. The vote was 295-123. But a second measure to limit...

Connor Lynch high fives a passer by Monday while Stormy from Shottyz Pedicab and Bike Repair takes him for a spin in South Minneapolis.

After ‘no’ from Carlson, man cashes in on pedicab market

by John Hageman
Published June 22, 2011
Previously, city rules made it nearly impossible to operate a pedicab business in Minneapolis.

Counterfeit $20 bills used at Sally’s

by John Hageman
Published June 22, 2011
Also, three paintings were stolen at the Stone Arch Art Festival.

Crime Report: Counterfeit bills caught at Sally’s

by John Hageman
Published June 21, 2011

Eight counterfeit $20 bills were used at SallyâÄôs Saloon and Eatery Thursday morning, according to a Minneapolis police report. The Minneapolis Police Department passed the case on to the Secret...

Patio ordinance postponed

by John Hageman
Published June 16, 2011

The Minneapolis City Council won't be voting on a controversial ordinance amendment, after all. The amendments, proposed by Ward 10 Councilwoman Meg Tuthill, would have require bar and restaurant owners...

Dayton lists services that should continue in shutdown

by John Hageman
Published June 15, 2011

On Wednesday, Gov. Mark Dayton released a list of programs that he thinks should continue in the event of a state government shutdown. Lawmakers have until July 1 to reach a budget deal before a shutdown...

Fraternity may be forced to move

Fraternity may be forced to move

by John Hageman
Published June 15, 2011
A developer’s plan to build new apartments may move a fraternity.

Push to change Lake Calhoun name stalls

by John Hageman
Published June 14, 2011

A proposal to change the name of Lake Calhoun in Minneapolis hit a snag when the Star Tribune reported Tuesday that the Park Board has no power to do so. According to Brian Rice, an attorney for the Park...

Met Council to hold public hearings on potential fare increases

by John Hageman
Published June 13, 2011

The Metropolitan Council, which oversees Metro Transit, is considering holding a series of public meetings regarding potential fare increases and service reductions as the result of transit cuts from the...

U professor named to Minn. Board of Teaching

by John Hageman
Published June 10, 2011

Lesa Clarkson Covington, a professor in the University of Minnesota's department of curriculum and instruction, was appointed by Gov. Mark Dayton to the Minnesota Board of Teaching Friday, according to...

The Final Countdown: Vikings stadium deal

by John Hageman
Published June 9, 2011

Lawmakers involved with a potential Vikings stadium deal said that an agreement needs to come by the end of next week if it's to be part of a special session, according to the Star Tribune. Ted Mondale,...

MnSCU may use tuition, reserves during shutdown

by John Hageman
Published June 8, 2011

The Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System will attempt to use tuition revenue and reserves to operate during a state government shutdown. The board passed the motion during an emergency meeting...

Chris Curtiss cuts sausage for her aunt Joan Fredrickson Saturday morning at St Boniface Church. The pancake breakfast fundraiser was hosted by the church for the North East Minneapolis farmers market.

Farmers markets grow in popularity in Minneapolis

by John Hageman
Published June 8, 2011
Markets are raising awareness for locally and home-made foods.
Annie Padovese, left, sips a Surly with Eleni Ayo Caros, center, Lana Hogan, right, and friends Sunday afternoon on the patio at Burrito Loco.

Bar patio ordinance moves one step closer

by John Hageman
Published June 8, 2011
The Minneapolis City Council will vote on whether to ban music from some bar patios after 10 p.m.

Hydroelectric plant negotiations hit snag

by John Hageman
Published June 2, 2011

Plans to build a hydroelectric plant on the historic St. Anthony Falls have hit a snag in the past two weeks, which may force the issue back to the legislature.  Crown Hydro has been attempting to...

Humphrey School announces new dean

by John Hageman
Published June 1, 2011

The University of Minnesota announced Wednesday that Eric P. Schwartz will be the next dean of the Humphrey School of Public Affairs. He will begin as dean October 10. Schwartz will leave his post as the...

Hubert “Skip” Humphrey III cut the birthday cake to celebrate his fathers 100th birthday. Hubert Humphrey celebration was at the Hennepin Country Government Center Plaza on May 26,2011.

Humphrey is still state’s ‘favorite son’

by John Hageman
Published June 1, 2011
Three decades after his death, Humphrey is still remembered for his influence on the state and U.

St. Paul Mayor offers stadium proposal

by John Hageman
Published May 25, 2011

St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman entered the Vikings stadium debate Wednesday, offering a plan that would keep the team in Minneapolis and retiring the Target Center, according to the Star Tribune. Coleman...

Vikings stadium deal up in the air

by John Hageman
Published May 25, 2011
Plans for the stadium are in limbo as lawmakers confer.

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